The Weekender
Things to do in San Clemente this Weekend
San Juan Capistrano Greek Festival
Saturday, Sept. 24, 11 a.m.-10 p.m.
This weekend’s annual event features music, traditional Greek dishes, dancing, vendors and more. The event is hosted by the Saint Basil Greek Orthodox Church. The event continues on Sunday, from noon to 9 p.m. Tickets can be purchased online.
San Juan Capistrano Community Center
25925 Camino del Avion, San Juan Capistrano
949.542.3445
sjcgreekfest.com
Friday, September 23
HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL WEEK 5
7 p.m.
Two teams are at home this week, and both host Homecomings. San Juan Hills hosts El Modena, and St. Margaret's hosts Orange. On the road, San Clemente is at Murrieta Valley, and Dana Hills is at Eisenhower in Rialto. Follow South OC Sports on Twitter and Instagram for all the action on Friday and this football season.
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‘LITTLE WOMEN’
Cabrillo Playhouse, 202 Avenida Cabrillo, San Clemente
7:30 p.m.
Starting this Friday, and continuing on weekends through Oct. 9, the Cabrillo Playhouse presents Little Women, Louisa May Alcott’s beloved story of the adventures of the four March sisters. The Civil War is in full swing, and the March sisters live in Concord, Massachusetts with their mother while their father is on the battlefield. Filled with buoyant, joyful melodies, memorable characters, and a big-hearted message, Little Women reminds us that “sometimes when you dream, your dreams come true.” Admission is $33.
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COA ENTERTAINMENT ‘OPEN MIC NIGHT’
Baha’i Center, 3316 Avenida del Presidente.
6:45 p.m.
Community Outreach Alliance Entertainment’s “Open Mic Night” is a safe place to express musical talents, get some practice performing live and playing with others. Even if you don’t play an instrument or sing, enjoy watching COA members and participants pull together a really fun show. If you’re a musician or really want to be one when you grow up, go make music with COA and bring your music-loving friends. All events are free and open to all levels of talent. The open mic nights are open to ages 11-21. Sing to a track, bring your instrument, or your whole band. Anything goes. Email coaentertainmentoutreach@gmail.com to secure a performance spot.
FARMERS MARKET IN SAN JUAN
Farmakis Farms, 29932 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano
9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Enjoy the farmers market in town every Friday. Check out the produce, breads, cheeses, artisan craft vendors, and more.
949.364.1270
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LIVE MUSIC AT IVA LEE’S
26701 Verdugo Street, Suite B, San Juan Capistrano
7:30 p.m.
Local Steely Dan tribute band Kids of Charlemagne will perform. Take a trip back to the past with renditions of classic songs.
949.361.2855
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LIVE MUSIC AT PADDY’S
26701 Verdugo Street, Suite B, San Juan Capistrano
8-11 p.m.
The Crossroads Band will perform. Stop in to listen, dance and have a Friday night pint at this downtown pub.
949.661.3400
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Saturday, September 24
BIOLUMINESCENCE NIGHT CRUISE
The Ocean Institute, 24200 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point
8-10 p.m.
Learn about the remarkable ability of some marine animals to glow in the dark and witness the curiously beautiful phenomenon on both Friday and Saturday night A meter net is deployed 600 feet deep to capture thousands of these drifting organisms, which have the ability to make their own light. Tickets are $50 per adult, $45 for children between 3 and 14 years of age, and free for children under 2.
949.496.2274
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DANA POINT PUBLIC LIBRARY: HARRY POTTER BOOK CLUB AND CRAFT
33841 Niguel Road, Dana Point
2 p.m.
Join the Dana Point Public Library’s Harry Potter Book Club as members discuss Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince. Following the discussion, the club will make Death-Eater Masks. All materials are provided but limited. All ages are welcome.
949.496.5517
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BUNCH OF GUYS ON ‘DANA PRIDE’
34675 Golden Lantern St, Dana Point
8-9:30 p.m.
Cruise around the Dana Point Harbor with Dana Wharf Sportfishing and enjoy a complimentary glass of Pride punch. The band Bunch of Guys will perform. Tickets are available for those 21 and older at $28 per person.
888.224.0603
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FARMERS MARKET IN DANA POINT
La Plaza Park, 3411 La Plaza, Dana Point
9 a.m.-1 p.m.
California farmers bring fresh produce to sell at the Dana Point Farmers Market, and craft vendors provide a large selection of art, jewelry, clothing, handbags, candles, handmade soaps and unique, one-of-a-kind gifts. It is strongly recommended that customers bring their own reusable bags.
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SOUTH OC CARS AND COFFEE
The Outlets at San Clemente, 101 West Avenida Vista Hermosa, San Clemente
9-11 a.m.
South OC Cars and Coffee, dubbed the world’s biggest weekly car meet, attracts a mix of 500-1,000 hypercars, supercars, exotics, vintage, classic, muscle and sports cars, hot rods, rat rods, pickups, 4x4s and motorcycles. Those attending are encouraged to practice responsible social distancing. Face masks are not mandatory but are recommended. No cars in before 8:30 a.m. Cars should enter and leave slowly and quietly—no revving, speeding or burnouts.
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LIVE THEATER AT CAMINO REAL PLAYHOUSE
31776 El Camino Real, San Juan Capistrano
2 p.m.
Get ready to chuckle and watch actors perform in downtown San Juan Capistrano. Camino Real Playhouse is staging Little Shop of Horrors, an adaptation of the classic Broadway musical and comedy film. A later showing will be held at 7:30 p.m. The show runs through Oct. 9.
949.489.8082
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LIVE MUSIC AT SAN JUAN HILLS GOLF CLUB
32120 San Juan Creek Road, San Juan Capistrano
6-9 p.m.
Jim Leslie will perform. Stop in to listen and dance, perhaps after playing a round of golf.
949.565.4855
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Sunday, September 25
TROLLEY HOP
Dana Point Chamber of Commerce, 34183 Pacific Coast Hwy, Suite A, Dana Point
Noon-5 p.m.
Say farewell to the trolley for the 2022 summer season and join the Dana Point Chamber of Commerce for the last Trolley Hop of the summer. With the purchase of a $10 wristband, Trolley Hop riders 21 years of age and older will receive exclusive drink and food offers at participating restaurants. The first 200 people registered will receive a bandana.
949.496.1555
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OCEAN INSTITUTE DISTINGUISHED SPEAKER SERIES: DAVID GRANT
24200 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point
4 p.m.
The Ocean Institute’s Distinguished Speaker Series, presented by the Nicholas Endowment, brings innovations, real-world research, exotic experiences and discoveries to the surface through presentations from an ocean of experts. Mariner, outdoorsman and Orange County native David Grant will speak at the Ocean Institute about his outdoor journeys. Grant has climbed the summits of Mount Kilimanjaro in Africa and retraced the routes of Captain James Cook, sailing a 28-foot sloop to Hawaii, Samoa, Fiji and New Caledonia.
949.496.2274
SUNDAY AFTERNOON AT SWALLOW’S
31786 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano
2-6 p.m.
Put on your cowboy hat and boots and get ready to enjoy all the Western-style fun at one of San Juan Capistrano’s best-known dive bars and country music spots. The Lonnie Dawson Band will perform.
949.493.3188
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LIVE MUSIC AT THE ROOFTOP
31781 Camino Capistrano, Suite 301, San Juan Capistrano
6-9 p.m.
Enjoy a night of outdoor entertainment at one of San Juan Capistrano’s popular restaurants. Mike Hamilton will perform. Get ready to order some food and drinks and enjoy the patio view of downtown San Juan.
949.503.3358
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FARMERS MARKET IN SAN CLEMENTE
100 North Calle Seville, San Clemente
9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Shop for a wide selection of fruits, vegetables and artisanal goods from organic growers at the Community Center/San Clemente Public Library parking lot.
949.361.8200
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Weekend Spotlight
Dana Point Sister Cities 'Plein Air' Art Show
Friday, 6-8 p.m.
In partnership with the Dana Point Art Alliance, the Dana Point Sister Cities will host a plein air art show, displaying work that artists painted during the Ocean Institute’s Maritime Festival. An opening reception will be held at the Dana Bay Gallery. The exhibition will run through Oct. 9 and concurrently hold a silent auction.
Dana Bay Gallery, 24682 Del Prado Ave, Suite 100, Dana Point
danapointsistercities.org
ashley@graniteamd.com
